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Who We Serve

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WHO WE SERVE

We provide nonprofit legal services with respect to the following:

  • Public charity rules and regulations
  • Private foundation rules and regulations
  • Governance
  • Commercial and entrepreneurial activities
  • Risk management
  • Fundraising counsel
  • Nonprofit organizational relationships
  • Charter Schools
  • International philanthropy
  • Annual reporting
  • Social enterprise
  • Contract drafting and review
  • Compensation
  • Presentations and trainings for boards and staff
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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

Ellis was extremely knowledgable in her work for "For Thine is the Glory, Inc" regarding obtaining 501c3 designation. She was exceptionally responsive, quick to do her research and work, was clear in her writing, and just a pleasure to work with.
Bill FarrellChairman of the Board, For Thine is the Glory
Ms. Carter is a knowledgeable, experienced attorney in the area of non-profit organizations. She has provided counsel on the myriad of issues that affect directors of nonprofits for several organizations with whom I am or have been affiliated. These include governance, legal requirements vs. good corporate practice, taxation and ethics. Ms. Carter is personable and establishes relationships based on trust with Board, staff and community representatives. I would not hesitate to give Ms. Carter my highest recommendation.

FEATURED BLOG POSTS

  • What Should Your Board Vote On? Drawing the Line Between Governance and Management

    If you have spent any time around nonprofit board tables, you have seen this scene play out. The board is forty minutes into a debate about whether the new logo should be teal or navy. The CEO is checking her watch. The treasurer wants to revisit the office supply vendor. The audit report has not

  • Understanding the Public Support Test

    Over the years, we have found the public support test to be one of the least understood topics by nonprofits, especially smaller organizations. But, it is absolutely critical to understand how it works, lest your nonprofit lose its public charity status. Public Charity vs. Private Foundation Before getting into the specifics of the public support

  • IRS Expands Business Tax Account Access to Tax-Exempt Organizations

    The IRS announced today that it is expanding access to its Business Tax Account online platform to a broader group of entities, including tax-exempt organizations, partnerships, and governmental entities. Newly eligible users include partnerships, federal, state, and local governments, Indian tribal governments, and exempt organizations. Previously, access was limited to sole proprietors, S corporations, and C corporations. For

Who We Serve